High in the mountains of northwestern Argentina is Salta, a 16th-century city known for its history and heritage. A visit to the Museo de Arqueología de Alta Montaña will teach its guests about the history and culture of the Incan people who once lived in these mountains, and displays artifacts from Incan culture, including mummies found in the region. On the Plaza 9 de Julio, tourists will find cafes, shops, and historic buildings like the Salta Cathedral as well as the old town hall, El Cabildo, which is now a historical museum. In the evenings, visitors can step into a peña, or folk concert, to hear traditional music, eat some good food, and dance the night away.

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